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Do not be misled into thinking that dogs bred expressly to be companions have no interests or skills.  For they excel at the gift of making their beloved feel special.  Whether an exquisitely coated Shih Tzu puppy who is so relaxed with you that they sleep on your lap or a Pug that is adamant that your arrival justifies a dance, their gifts are evidenced by their huge popularity and devoted following.  Additionally, as virtually all breeds of Toy dogs are miniaturized versions of Terriers, Spaniels and Spitzes, they can still retain some traits of their "big cousins".